Complete school year calendar for Great Neck Public Schools — a nationally recognized Long Island district with a large and engaged Asian-American community. Includes all holidays, breaks, half days, and important dates from September 2026 through June 2027.
| Event | Date(s) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | September 8, 2026 (Tue) | School Opens |
| Labor Day | September 7, 2026 (Mon) | No School |
| Yom Kippur | September 21, 2026 (Mon) | No School |
| Columbus Day | October 12, 2026 (Mon) | No School |
| Election Day | November 3, 2026 (Tue) | Supt. Conf. Day |
| Veterans Day | November 11, 2026 (Wed) | No School |
| Thanksgiving Recess | November 26–27, 2026 (Thu–Fri) | No School |
| Holiday Recess | Dec 24, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027 | No School |
| Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Lunar New Year Eve (Observed) | February 5, 2027 (Fri) | No School |
| Mid-Winter Recess | February 15–19, 2027 (Mon–Fri) | No School |
| Eid al-Fitr | March 9, 2027 (Tue) | Supt. Conf. Day |
| Spring Recess I (Easter) | March 25–26, 29, 2027 (Thu–Fri, Mon) | No School |
| Spring Recess II (Passover) | April 21–30, 2027 (Wed–Fri) | No School |
| Eid al-Adha | May 17, 2027 (Mon) | Supt. Conf. Day |
| Memorial Day | May 31, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Juneteenth (Observed) | June 18, 2027 (Fri) | No School |
| Last Day of School | June 25, 2027 (Fri) | School Closes |
Complete month-by-month calendar from September 2026 to June 2027. Every day is color-coded so you can see school days, holidays, and breaks at a glance.
The Great Neck Public Schools district serves roughly 6,800 students across the scenic North Shore of Long Island. This official school calendar dictates the academic and logistical flow for one of America's premier suburban school systems.
Because Great Neck encompasses a deeply multicultural population, its calendar stands out for officially accommodating an exceptional array of religious and cultural holidays spanning Jewish, Asian, and Islamic traditions. Consequently, families must frequently review the calendar to navigate the uniquely structured marking periods and holiday-driven short weeks.
For easy reference, use the button at the top of this page to download a free, color-coded printable Great Neck school calendar for your fridge or classroom.
Data Source: Official Great Neck Public Schools calendar publication.
Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Great Neck Public Schools or the New York State Education Department (NYSED). For the most current and official calendar, please visit www.greatneck.k12.ny.us.
Official calendars can still change. Always confirm updates with the district before making plans.
Last updated: March 17, 2026